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- Britpop to Breaking Bad: This book proves just how culturally iconic the Clarks brand is
It's Nice That · Mar 17, 2026
The article profiles Alexander Newman’s new book 'From Somerset to the World: Clarks A Visual History 1825–2025', published by One Love Books. The publication traces the cultural and visual evolution of Clarks shoes, from their Quaker roots to their global influence across subcultures and media. Designed with David Carroll, the book combines archival imagery, historical typography, and clean layout to create a cohesive visual narrative.
- Saad Moosajee’s tour visuals for Wu-Tang Clan pay tribute to multiple generations of hip-hop majesty
It's Nice That · Feb 9, 2026
The article spotlights Saad Moosajee’s creation of tour visuals for Wu-Tang Clan’s final tour, blending 3D animation, motion capture, and collage to honor the group’s deep cultural and musical legacy. Drawing from kung-fu cinema, New York iconography, and hip-hop mythology, the visuals merge past and present generations of Wu-Tang’s influence. The project reflects Moosajee’s narrative-driven approach to design and motion.
Wu-Tang Clanmotion - How Clarks went from classroom conformity to cultural icon
Creative Boom · Jan 5, 2026
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May explores how Clarks evolved from a symbol of school conformity into a global cultural icon. It highlights the new book 'From Somerset to the World: Clarks A Visual History 1825–2025' by Alexander Newman and One Love Books, which documents the brand’s 200-year journey through design, music, and subculture. The piece celebrates Clarks’ enduring authenticity and its unexpected adoption by creative communities worldwide.
One Love BooksClarkseditorial - Barclays launches major new brand campaign celebrating everyday moments of progress
Creative Boom · Nov 10, 2025
Barclays has launched 'Moments of Progress', a major new brand campaign created by VCCP to reposition the bank as a relatable enabler of progress in modern British life. The campaign includes two hero films directed by David Shane, supported by out-of-home, social, and B2B activations. Collaborating agencies include Girl&Bear, Bernadette, Born Social, OMD, RAPP, and Acacia Avenue.
VCCPGirl&BearBernadetteBarclaysadvertising - "2025 World Illustration Awards Winners Revealed, Highlight Global Talent"
Creative Boom · Sep 17, 2025
Creative Boom reports on the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2025, organised by the Association of Illustrators and the Directory of Illustration. The awards celebrate global talent across categories from animation to packaging, highlighting themes of identity, culture, and innovation. Overall winners include Chu-Chieh Lee for her film 'Minus Plus Multiply' and Léane Ruggli for her 'Ready to Drink Cocktail Cans' project.
Guess Who StudioBüro Wünsch & StömerPalestine HouseValioillustration - Mindbody and ClassPass Merge into Playlist to Transform Wellness
Creative Boom · Jun 25, 2025
Mindbody, ClassPass, and Booker have united under a new parent brand called Playlist, designed to create a more human-centred and connected wellness experience. Led by CEO Fritz Lanman, Playlist aims to use technology to enhance real-world engagement rather than replace it, offering a flexible platform that personalises wellness experiences. The rebrand signals a strategic evolution toward a more integrated, experience-driven wellness economy.
MindbodyClassPassbranding - Wedge Modernizes 'Canada's Cocktail', Mott's Clamato Caesar
Creative Boom · Jan 15, 2025
Montreal and LA-based studio Wedge has refreshed the identity of Mott's Clamato Caesar, a beloved Canadian cocktail brand owned by Keurig Dr Pepper. The rebrand modernises the heritage identity with a flavour-forward strategy, new custom wordmark, and 3D packaging visuals while retaining key brand assets like the navy colour and Caesar glass. The project aims to appeal to a new generation of cocktail lovers and expand the brand’s flavour portfolio.
- Wedge Refreshes Mott's Clamato Caesar, Appeals to Modern Tastes
The Brand Identity · Jan 14, 2025
Wedge has refreshed the identity of Mott’s Clamato Caesar, Canada’s iconic cocktail brand, to appeal to younger audiences while preserving its heritage. The rebrand introduces a bold, flavour-forward visual system centred on the concept ‘Bring on the Flavour,’ featuring a redrawn wordmark, Goudy Sans Bold typography, and vibrant packaging. Collaborations included typographer Etienne Aubert Bonn, 3D artist Sam Walker, and photographers Leeor Wild and Michael Kazimierczuk.
- Designer Extracts Imagery from Songs for Musician Projects
It's Nice That · Dec 10, 2024
The article profiles designer Caleb Vanden Boom and his approach to creating visual identities for musicians such as Clairo and Vampire Weekend. It explores his process of drawing inspiration directly from lyrics and sound, as well as his collaborations on projects like the Portola Music Festival and his perfume brand Clue. The piece highlights his sensitivity to fan culture and the emotional impact of design in music contexts.
Caleb Vanden Boom StudioClairoVampire Weekendbranding - Hotlist 2025: 25 Most Popular Design Studios Voted by Peers
Creative Boom · Oct 28, 2024
Creative Boom’s 'Hotlist 2025' highlights 25 of the most admired design studios worldwide, as voted by industry peers. The article celebrates leading agencies such as Pentagram, PORTO ROCHA, Ragged Edge, and &Walsh for their innovative branding and design work across sectors from tech to fashion. It aims to inspire creatives by showcasing studios that are shaping contemporary design culture.